"Days away, now, my children. Days until debauchery. Days until decadence. Days until the passing of the world ..." Theatre Bizarre leader ZomboTheClown's Twitter, Oct 17.

On Saturday night, a few thousand ghouls, spooks, kinksters and undead Detroiters will amass at Detroit's Masonic Temple for The Initiation, a new secret society-themed take on the city's best cult holiday celebration, the Theatre Bizarre. Moving from an abandoned neighborhood near the State Fairgrounds after creator John Dunivant ran afoul of city officials, this year's Theatre Bizarre is 100% legal. That doesn't mean the fright-fest has gotten any less cool.

Tickets are still available (online sales have closed), and we strongly recommend you grab one now before they sell out for good. The move has prompted much uncertainty among Theatre Bizarre's loyal patrons, so check out our guide to what to wear, bring and expect on Saturday night, courtesy of digging around Theatre Bizarre's Facebook page and interviews. Zombo, if we get anything wrong, please don't curse us!

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Online sales are closed. How do I buy a ticket?Zombo supports local independent retailers, and you can, too! Hit up Adornment Deluxe in Berkley, Ferndale's Detroit Comics, Royal Oak's Noir Leather, Showtime Clothing in Detroit, and Orbit Hair Design and Massage in Ann Arbor. Tickets are $65, additional service charges may apply. Doors at 7 p.m. 21+.

What about food and drinks?Food and drinks will be available for sale at The Masonic Temple; all concessions will be handled by Masonic Temple staff. A full range of liquor, beer, wine and soda will be sold. Credit cards and cash acceptable, ATM inside. The Masonic also has a large smoking area. There's security at the door and within, so we recommend you leave your flask at home. The menu ranges from $3 to $5 per item. What's for dinner? Regular or spicy BBQ wings, BBQ pork sliders, black bean and chicken quesadillas, and fries.

Where do I park?Limited parking available for $8.00. Masonic Temple staff will have security in the lot. There's also plenty of street parking. But given the number of revelers expected, carpooling is a smart choice. Directions to the venue can be found here. You can still grab a seat on The Night Move.What do I wear?Costumes are mandatory, and Theatre Bizarre prefers ensembles that mask the identity (anonymity to commit your very darkest deeds). This is not the party for your Sexy Schoolgirl or Jersey Shore outfit. Think occult, satanic, scary or oddball -- straight up get creative. Zombo's answers on Facebook suggest sharp objects and other weird props will make it through security (but use good judgment).

Detroitmasonic.comTheatre Bizarre's 2011 incarnation will take place at the Masonic Temple.

What does it look like inside?An army of volunteers will transform the Masonic into a nightmare come to life. No clues yet. But check out photos of the venue here. Completed in 1926, it's one of Detroit's most spectacular buildings.

What's the entertainment?Satori Circus, Los Minstrels de Diablo and FUR are just a few of the 30+ acts scheduled to play Theatre Bizarre. Burlesque shows, circus acts and film rooms are part of the spectacle. A complete list of acts can be found on The Initiation Event Page.Can I take pictures?Bring your cameras. Theatre Bizarre is a photographer's dream.I want a Zombo the Clown tattoo.We bet you do. Jason James of Eternal Tattoo in Clawson is offering free tattoos of Zombo to anyone 18+ through Oct. 31. Maybe this will become Detroit's version of the five-ring Olympic tat? Call Jason to set up your appointment at (248) 288-3345.Any bonfires this year?We had to add this because it was a real question posited on The Initiation's event page. Zombo's response? "While your question actually
falls squarely into the ridiculous category, Zombo will answer it: No.
There will not be any bonfires at the indoor event." Haha.

Got more questions? Leave 'em in the comments -- we'll do our best to track down answers.